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Pioneers of quantum computing shared their dreams and skepticism about the fledgling industry Monday, while Gov. JB Pritzker said he thinks it’s already attracting companies to Illinois. Industry leaders foresee momentous changes growing out of quantum computing, tempered with the realization it’s a challenge to make money in the industry that’s still working on prototypes, and where major advancements may be years off. Just as the Stone Age and digital age were defined by the materials humans could control, SynthBits CEO and founder Berk Diler Kovos said, “People will be naming this era the quantum age.” The seventh annual Chicago Quantum Summit at the University of Chicago gathered academic, government and business leaders to discuss research, funding and the future. Quantum computing is aimed at using the subatomic forces of quantum mechanics to solve complex problems.

Hawthorn, the million-square-foot Vernon Hills shopping center, has been “moved into the 21st century,” Village Senior Trustee Thom Koch Jr. said during a tour of 14 new businesses Thursday, as revised plans for Phase II of redevelopment efforts move ahead. Koch was one of several officials given a ribbon-cutting tour of the mall.

Hundreds of frozen waffle products sold under store-brand names at major retailers have been recalled due to possible listeria contamination.

Apart from making sure you get your caffeine fix, Honor says the AI on its upcoming phone can do a range of tasks from canceling app subscriptions to helping you plan travel.

The new gaming phone will include the latest Qualcomm processor, with Asus teasing AI features in its announcement.

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